Ginette Claudette

For 19-year-old Ginette Claudette relying on fond memories like singing with her older sister in the hospital before she passed away or performing at the Apollo Theater, fulfilling the dream of her father, who is also gone, help to keep her balanced. "Music is completely my outlet," she says. "It's what's kept me sane." After a slight tilt of her head, a sweet gaze, and a deep breath the singer-songwriter unleashes her soulful and impacting tone, recalling any idea that she’s just another teen dream. But when she speaks she reminds you that she is in fact a young lady full of giggles and eager anticipation. "I, like, smile from ear to ear," says the New York native when summing up the emotions surrounding her budding music career. "What 19-year-old gets to really live out their dream like this?"